NHTSA Recall 87V174000
NHTSA Campaign Id 87V174000; Date: Nov. 12, 1987
This plumbing error affects the manner in which the airbrakes work to stop the bus.
Recalled Vehicles:
1987 Thomas Saf-t-liner; 1987 Thomas Transit Liner
Component: Service Brakes, Air:supply:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Affected Units:: 38
Recall Summary:
The reservoir line from the spring brake control valve was connected to the front brake reservoir instead of the rear reservoir.
How to Fix:
Install new air brake tubing to correct plumbing error.
Recall Notes:
System: air brake plumbingvehicle description: transit and school buses with gvwr greater than 10,000 lbsand between the rails fuel tank.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 1, 1987
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